Tennant 6200 User manual

6200
*330370*
www.tennantco.com
330370
Rev. 10 (4-2008)
(Gas/LPG)
Sweeper
Operator Manual
North America / International

This manual is furnished with each new model. It provides necessary operation and maintenance instructions.
Read this manual completely and understand the machine before operating or servicing it.
This machine will provide excellent service. However, the best results will be obtained at minimum costs if:
SThe machine is operated with reasonable care.
SThe machine is maintained regularly - per the machine maintenance instructions provided.
SThe machine is maintained with manufacturer supplied or equivalent parts.
PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Please dispose of packaging materials,
old machine components including
batteries, hazardous fluids such as
antifreeze and oil, in an environmentally
safe way according to local waste
disposal regulations.
Always remember to recycle.
MACHINE DATA
Please fill out at time of installation for future reference.
Model No. --
Serial No. --
Machine Options --
Sales Rep. --
Sales Rep. phone no. --
Customer Number --
Installation Date --
Tennant Company
PO Box 1452
Minneapolis, MN 55440
Phone: [phone] or (763) 513--2850
www.tennantco.com
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:
Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Quick Mop, VCS, Instant Access filter, and Thermo Sentry are US registered and unregistered trademarks of Tennant Company.
Specifications and parts are subject to change without notice.
Original Instructions, Copyright E1999--2003, 2005--2008 TENNANT, Printed in U.S.A.

CONTENTS
1
6200 330370(3--06)
CONTENTS
Page
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3.................
OPERATION 5............................
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY 5.........
MACHINE COMPONENTS 6.............
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS 7................
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS 8......
OPERATION OF CONTROLS 9..........
DIRECTIONAL PEDAL 9..............
BRAKE PEDAL 10.....................
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL 10...........
LARGE DEBRIS TRAP PEDAL 10.......
IGNITION SWITCH 11.................
HORN BUTTON 11....................
SIDE BRUSH LEVER 11...............
OPERATING LIGHTS SWITCH
(OPTION) 12......................
OPERATING/HAZARD LIGHTS
SWITCH (OPTION) 12...............
MAIN BRUSH LEVER 13...............
CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT 13........
LOW OIL WARNING INDICATOR 13....
FUEL LEVEL GAUGE 14...............
GASOLINE ENGINE CHOKE KNOB 14..
VACUUM FAN/FILTER SHAKER
SWITCH 15.........................
STEERING WHEEL 15................
HOURMETER 15......................
HOPPER SWITCH 16.................
HOPPER DOOR SWITCH 16...........
CIRCUIT BREAKERS 17...............
OPERATOR SEAT 18..................
ADJUSTABLE OPERATOR SEAT
(OPTION) 18......................
DELUXE SUSPENSION SEAT
(OPTION) 18......................
HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 19...........
HOW THE MACHINE WORKS 20..........
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 20.........
CHANGING AN LPG FUEL TANK 21.......
STARTING THE MACHINE 23.............
OPERATION ON INCLINES 24............
SWEEPING AND BRUSH INFORMATION 25
SWEEPING 26..........................
STOP SWEEPING 28....................
EMPTYING THE HOPPER 29.............
STOPPING THE MACHINE 31............
POST-OPERATION CHECKLIST 32........
ENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 33..
DISENGAGING HOPPER SUPPORT BAR 35
OPTIONS 37............................
QUICK MOP 37.......................
MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING 39.......
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MAINTENANCE 40.........................
MAINTENANCE CHART 40
...............
LUBRICATION 42........................
ENGINE 42...........................
STEERING GEAR CHAIN 42...........
STEERING CASTOR PIVOT BEARING 43
HYDRAULICS 44........................
HYDRAULIC FLUID RESERVOIRS 44...
HYDRAULIC FLUID 46................
HYDRAULIC HOSES 46...............
ENGINE 47..............................
AIR FILTER 47........................
FUEL LINES 48.......................
CARBURETOR 49....................
SPARK PLUGS 49....................
BATTERY 49.........................
BELTS AND CHAINS 50..................
VACUUM FAN BELT 50................
MAIN BRUSH BELT 50................
HYDRAULIC PUMP BELT 51...........
JACKSHAFT BELT 51.................
STEERING GEAR CHAIN 52...........
STATIC DRAG CHAIN 52..............
DEBRIS HOPPER 53.....................
HOPPER DUST FILTER 53.............
REMOVING HOPPER DUST FILTER 54.
THERMO SENTRY 57.................
BRUSHES 58............................
MAIN BRUSH 58......................
REPLACING MAIN BRUSH 58.......
CHECKING AND ADJUSTING
MAIN BRUSH PATTERN 59......
SIDE BRUSH 61......................
REPLACING SIDE BRUSH 62.......
SIDE BRUSH GUARD 62...........
SKIRTS AND SEALS 63..................
SIDE SKIRTS 63......................
LARGE DEBRIS TRAP SKIRT 63.......
SIDE RECIRCULATION SKIRTS 63.....
REAR SKIRTS 64.....................
HOPPER SEALS 65...................
HOPPER DOOR SEAL 65..............
HOPPER LIP SEAL 65.................
VACUUM SEAL 66....................
HOPPER FILTER SEALS 66............
AIR INTAKE SEAL 66..................
BRAKES AND TIRES 67..................
BRAKES 67..........................
TIRES 68............................
PUSHING, TOWING, AND TRANSPORTING
THE MACHINE 69.....................
PUSHING OR TOWING THE MACHINE 69
TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 69....
MACHINE JACKING 71...................
STORING MACHINE 71..................

CONTENTS
6200 330370(6--05)
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Page
SPECIFICATIONS 72.......................
GENERAL MACHINE PERFORMANCE 72..
POWER TYPE 73........................
STEERING 73...........................
HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS 73................
BRAKING SYSTEM 73...................
TIRES 73...............................
MACHINE DIMENSIONS 74...............
INDEX 75..................................

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
3
6200 330370(4--08)
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following symbols are used throughout this
manual as indicated in their description:
WARNING: To warn of hazards or unsafe
practices that could result in severe personal
injury or death.
FOR SAFETY: To identify actions that must be
followed for safe operation of equipment.
The machine is suited to sweep disposable
debris. Do not use the machine other than
described in this Operator Manual. The machine
is not designed for use on public roads.
The following information signals potentially
dangerous conditions to the operator or
equipment:
WARNING: Engine emits toxic gases. Severe
respiratory damage or asphyxiation can
result. Provide adequate ventilation. Consult
with your regulatory authorities for exposure
limits. Keep engine properly tuned.
WARNING: Lift arm pinch point. Stay clear of
hopper lift arms.
WARNING: Raised hopper may fall. Engage
hopper support bar.
FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
-- Unless trained and authorized.
-- Unless operation manual is read and
understood.
-- In flammable or explosive areas unless
designed for use in those areas.
-- In areas with possible falling objects
unless equipped with overhead guard.
2. Before starting machine:
-- Check for fuel leaks.
-- Keep sparks and open flame away
from refueling area.
-- Make sure all safety devices are in
place and operate properly.
-- Check brakes and steering for proper
operation.
3. When starting machine:
-- Keep foot on brake and directional
pedal in neutral.
4. When using machine:
-- Do not pickup up burning or smoking
debris, such as cigerettes, matches or
hot ashes.
-- Use brakes to stop machine.
-- Go slowly on inclines and slippery
surfaces.
-- Use care when reversing machine.
-- Do not carry riders on machine.
-- Always follow safety and traffic rules.
-- Report machine damage or faulty
operation immediately.
5. Before leaving or servicing machine:
-- Stop on level surface.
-- Set parking brake.
-- Turn off machine and remove key.
6. When servicing machine:
-- Avoid moving parts. Do not wear loose
jackets, shirts, or sleeves when
working on machine.
-- Block machine tires before jacking up
machine.
-- Jack up machine at designated
locations only. Block machine up with
jack stands.
-- Use hoist or jack that will support the
weight of the machine.
-- Wear eye and ear protection if using
pressurized air or water.
-- Disconnect battery connections before
working on machine.
-- Avoid contact with battery acid.
-- Use cardboard to locate leaking
hydraulic fluid under pressure.
-- Use Tennant supplied or equivalent
replacement parts.
7. When loading/unloading machine
onto/off truck or trailer:
-- Turn off machine.
-- Use truck or trailer that will support
the weight of the machine.
-- Use winch. Do not drive the machine
onto/off the truck or trailer unless the
load height is 380 mm (15 in) or less
from the ground.
-- Set parking brake after machine is
loaded.
-- Block machine tires.
-- Tie machine down to truck or trailer.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
6200 330370(9--99)
4
The following safety labels are mounted on the
machine in the locations indicated. If these or any
labels become damaged or illegible, install a new
label in its place.
FOR SAFETY LABEL -- LOCATED ON THE
SIDE OF THE OPERATOR COMPARTMENT.
HOPPER SUPPORT LABEL -- LOCATED ON
LEFT SIDE HOPPER LIFT ARM AND BOTH
SIDES OF THE HOPPER COMPARTMENT.
HOPPER LIFT ARMS LABEL --
LOCATEDONBOTHLIFTARMS.
EMISSIONS LABEL -- LOCATED
BEHIND THE OPERATOR’S SEAT.
352944

OPERATION
5
6200 330370(12--00)
OPERATION
OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY
-The operator’s responsibility is to take care
of the daily maintenance and checkups of
the machine to keep it in good working
condition. The operator must inform the
service mechanic or supervisor when the
maintenance intervals are required as stated
in the MAINTENANCE section of this
manual.
-Read this manual carefully before operating
the machine. View the operation video
supplied with the machine.
FOR SAFETY: Do not operate machine,
unless operation manual is read and
understood.
-Check the machine for shipping damage.
Check to make sure the machine is
complete per shipping instructions.
-Keep your machine regularly maintained by
following the maintenance information in this
manual. We recommend taking advantage
of a regularly scheduled service contract
from your Tennant representative.
-Order parts and supplies directly from your
authorized Tennant representative. Use the
parts manual provided when ordering parts.
-After operation, follow the recommended
daily and hourly procedures stated in the
MAINTENANCE CHART.
0
7
3
2
4

OPERATION
6200 330370(6--07)
6
MACHINE COMPONENTS
B
C
D
E
G
F
A
H
A. Operator seat
B. Steering wheel
C. Instrument panel
D. Side brush
E. Control pedals
F. Hopper
G. Hopper filter
H. Fuel tank

OPERATION
7
6200 330370(6--99)
SYMBOL DEFINITIONS
These symbols identify controls, displays, and
features on the machine:
On Voltmeter
Off Filter shaker
Start Operating lights
Vacuum Fan Hazard light
Circuit breaker #1 Hopper lift
Circuit breaker #2 Hopper lower
Circuit breaker #3 Open hopper
Circuit breaker #4 Close hopper
Circuit breaker #5 Main brush down
Circuit breaker #6 Main brush up
Circuit breaker #7 Side brush down and on
Circuit breaker #8 Side brush up and off
Circuit breaker #9 Horn
Choke

OPERATION
6200 330370(3--06)
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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
ABC
DE
G
F
H
J
K
L
OM
Q
P
I
R
N
A. Side brush lever
B. Ignition switch
C. Horn
D. Charging system light
E. Hourmeter
F. Fuel level gauge
G. Steering wheel
H. Main brush lever
I. Directional pedal
J. Brake pedal
K. Parking brake pedal
L. Vacuum fan/filter shaker switch
M. Hopper door switch
N. Low oil warning indicator
O. Hopper switch
P. Operating/Hazard lights switch (option)
Q. Large debris trap pedal
R. Engine choke knob